Main Duties

• Perform timely procurement of material and services at most competitive rates without compromising on quality.
• Enhance the process efficiency of PR to PO and fulfil the procurement requirements in-time at optimized cost without compromising on quality.
• Ensure adherence of Procurement policy and SOP and minimum audit observations are made during internal/external audits.
• Identify & implement opportunities for Cost optimization and efforts to bring down the total time of the SCM cycle.
• New Vendor Development on continuous basis to source better quality products and services and reduce lead time.
• Select, evaluate and maintain relations with vendors through periodic performance reviews
• Floating Enquiries (RFQ) and Inviting Quotations, Negotiation with Vendors, making Comparatives, update quotes, cross check market rates for specific & typical items.
• Meeting with Internal Customer for Dispatch / Delivery status, updates of Projects, Process Improvement etc. to achieve overall customer satisfaction.
• Secure material availability in accordance with the Material Requirements Plan (MRP).
• Liaise with the Shipping Companies, transporters and other parties involved for smooth clearance of goods and delivery to the plant(s)
• Develop and maintain effective relations with local customs authorities and TRA, ensuring that Import Duties and Taxes are paid.
• Achieve Cost Savings on procurement of goods and services through effective negotiation, new vendor development, material planning and value engineering.
• Manage and plan minimum stock balances to ensure supplier lead times and stock holding policies are maintained to avoid any stock outs.
• Strict control and monitoring of Inventory lying at warehouses is being done before ordering any fresh material in order to avoid duplication and reducing the inventory level.
• Adhere to Company standards and policies in addition to all regulatory requirements
• Support and implement Company initiatives to achieve performance, quality and safety metrics
• Work collaboratively with Cross Functional Teams and Vendors to create strategic value, risk management and gain competitive advantage for the organization.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement program in procurement function and establish high level of performances & standards.
• Pro-actively monitor procurement operational and financial performance and develop personal and departmental action plans to achieve targets set for the department
• Ensure the safeguard and security of Company assets
• Ensure that adequate insurance policy cover is arranged by the company for goods in transit and in stores
• Compliance of Legal Agreements as per SOP and ensure effective monitoring & tracking of Legal Agreements across function.
• Ensuring Timely Payment to Suppliers, Vendors and Business Partners as per agreed PO Terms.
• Work with Commercial Officer [Inbound] to ensure LCs and Cost sheets are prepared correctly and timely.

Other Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management/Stores Management/Supply Chain/related field.

• Qualifications as an added advantage: Certified Course in Supply Chain
• Professional registration: PSPTB certification is mandatory.
• General work experience (years): + years in ERP based Supply Chain
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 5 years in a similar role
• Industry: Experience in manufacturing or FMCG procurement preferred.

• Perform timely procurement of material and services at most competitive rates without compromising on quality.
• Enhance the process efficiency of PR to PO and fulfil the procurement requirements in-time at optimized cost without compromising on quality.
• Ensure adherence of Procurement policy and SOP and minimum audit observations are made during internal/external audits.
• Identify & implement opportunities for Cost optimization and efforts to bring down the total time of the SCM cycle.
• New Vendor Development on continuous basis to source better quality products and services and reduce lead time.
• Select, evaluate and maintain relations with vendors through periodic performance reviews
• Floating Enquiries (RFQ) and Inviting Quotations, Negotiation with Vendors, making Comparatives, update quotes, cross check market rates for specific & typical items.
• Meeting with Internal Customer for Dispatch / Delivery status, updates of Projects, Process Improvement etc. to achieve overall customer satisfaction.
• Secure material availability in accordance with the Material Requirements Plan (MRP).
• Liaise with the Shipping Companies, transporters and other parties involved for smooth clearance of goods and delivery to the plant(s)
• Develop and maintain effective relations with local customs authorities and TRA, ensuring that Import Duties and Taxes are paid.
• Achieve Cost Savings on procurement of goods and services through effective negotiation, new vendor development, material planning and value engineering.
• Manage and plan minimum stock balances to ensure supplier lead times and stock holding policies are maintained to avoid any stock outs.
• Strict control and monitoring of Inventory lying at warehouses is being done before ordering any fresh material in order to avoid duplication and reducing the inventory level.
• Adhere to Company standards and policies in addition to all regulatory requirements
• Support and implement Company initiatives to achieve performance, quality and safety metrics
• Work collaboratively with Cross Functional Teams and Vendors to create strategic value, risk management and gain competitive advantage for the organization.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement program in procurement function and establish high level of performances & standards.
• Pro-actively monitor procurement operational and financial performance and develop personal and departmental action plans to achieve targets set for the department
• Ensure the safeguard and security of Company assets
• Ensure that adequate insurance policy cover is arranged by the company for goods in transit and in stores
• Compliance of Legal Agreements as per SOP and ensure effective monitoring & tracking of Legal Agreements across function.
• Ensuring Timely Payment to Suppliers, Vendors and Business Partners as per agreed PO Terms.
• Work with Commercial Officer [Inbound] to ensure LCs and Cost sheets are prepared correctly and timely.

• Bachelor Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management/Stores Management/Supply Chain/related field.
• Certified Course in Supply Chain (added advantage)
• PSPTB certification is mandatory.